🚴‍♂️ Bike Week 2025 – A Celebration of Everyday Cycling

Bike Week—led by Cycling UK—is the UK’s largest celebration of cycling, running annually since 1923 en.wikipedia.org+3cyclinguk.org+3en.wikipedia.org+3. It shines a spotlight on the joy and practicality of riding a bike, whether for commuting, fitness, family fun, or community events bolsover.gov.uk+7cyclinguk.org+7facebook.com+7.

Each year, around 300,000 additional people take part during Bike Week alongside 2.4 million regular cyclists en.wikipedia.org. Activities range from morning “bike breakfasts” to maintenance workshops, group rides, and creative campaigns like #7DaysofCycling, which themes each day—from cycling to work to mental health benefits en.wikipedia.org.

What’s New in 2025

• The Big Bike Brunch
  A fresh addition this year: host or join a ride culminating in a social brunch between 9–15 June. It’s a ride‑and‑eat format designed to connect people, raise funds for Cycling UK projects, and spread cycling’s benefits instagram.com+4cyclinguk.org+4cyclinguk.org+4.

• The Big Bike Revival
  This runs April–October and offers free local sessions—bike checks, minor repairs, confidence rides—ideal for returning riders or newcomers transportation.uky.edu+5cyclinguk.org+5en.wikipedia.org+5.

• Support from Bikmo
  Bikmo, a cycle-insurance partner, is backing Bike Week and Brunch. Cycling UK members can access discounted rates during the week cyclinguk.org.

Why It Matters

• Health & Wellbeing: Boosts cardiovascular fitness, mental health, strength, and mobility cyclinguk.org+2martellohealthcentre.nhs.uk+2thearchmedicalpractice.co.uk+2.

• Environment: One extra cycle journey per week helps cut CO₂ emissions by 67% per person en.wikipedia.org+7ashpcsurrey.gov.uk+7blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org+7.

• Community & Infrastructure: Bike Week drives demand for safer, inclusive infrastructure, and encourages active travel en.wikipedia.org+14ashpcsurrey.gov.uk+14blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org+14.

How to Join in Carlisle & Beyond

• Local Rides & Workshops
  Cycling UK Local Groups often host community rides during Bike Week—café runs, social spins, or family outings. Keep an eye on the official “Bike Week Events” page for rides nearby ashpcsurrey.gov.uk+8cyclinguk.org+8cyclinguk.org+8.

• Big Bike Revival Sessions
  Ideal for dusting off neglected bikes, learning basic maintenance, or regaining road confidence. These pop-up sessions may be near Carlisle—check Cycling UK or local community announcements.

• Carlisle Cycling Association (CCA)
  Based at the Harraby Cycle Circuit, CCA hosts regular events and training. Though their major Youth League race takes place on March 22 en.wikipedia.org+5thearchmedicalpractice.co.uk+5martellohealthcentre.nhs.uk+5cumberland.gov.uk+1facebook.com+1, they likely support Bike Week activities like group spins or open sessions during 9–15 June.

• Eventbrite Listings
  A search for “cycling Carlisle” shows events such as free cycle group leader courses—ideal for getting involved or volunteering blmkhealthandcarepartnership.org+5facebook.com+5cyclinguk.org+5eventbrite.ie.

Sample Week: How Your 7 Days Could Look

Tips to Get the Most from Bike Week

1. Register your Big Bike Brunch through Cycling UK to receive a support pack & insurance.

2. Prepare your bike—check tyres, brakes, and basic maintenance ahead of time.

3. Plan your route—explore safe spaces like the Harraby cycle circuit or nearby greenways.

4. Invite people—rides are more fun together; include friends, family, colleagues.

5. Share your story on social media using #BikeWeek2025 and #7DaysofCycling to inspire others.

Beyond the Week

Bike Week is a fantastic springboard—but it’s just a start. Cycling UK runs year‑long initiatives to keep you rolling:

• Local group rides through community chapters

• Training and confidence workshops via The Big Bike Revival

• Campaigning for cycling infrastructure, better safety, and active travel policy en.wikipedia.org+1awarenessdays.com+1cyclinguk.org+2cyclinguk.org+2thearchmedicalpractice.co.uk+2

Final Pedal

Bike Week 2025 is more than a calendar event—it’s a movement. From community rides and cyclist brunches to simple daily commutes, it’s about discovering the joy and benefits of cycling. Whether in Carlisle or across the UK, jump in and see what a transformative week this can be.

Let me know if you’d like help finding local ride meet-ups, bike checks, or group workshops near Carlisle!